Category: health-fitness

FORT WALTON BEACH — The Florida Department of Health in Okaloosa County is observing World AIDS Day Dec. 1.
The annual observance and provides an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fi…

TALLAHASSEE — Florida State University seeks African-American adults who provide direct care for a loved one with dementia at least six hours a week, and have a strong need to reduce their own stress…

FORT WALTON BEACH — "Home for the Holidays: Guidance for Dementia Caregivers," a Covenant Hospice lecture, will provide tips on creating the best possible holiday experience for caregivers and their …

CRESTVIEW — Bonnie Rushton, a Crestview resident, has been named Bridgeway Center Inc.'s chief administrative officer.
Rushton, a lifelong Okaloosa County resident, has been with Bridgeway for 15 y…

CRESTVIEW — Northwest Florida residents who donate blood through Nov. 30 at Lowe's, Walmart and movie theaters will receive a $10 gift card or movie ticket.
Donors also receive a wellness checkup o…

DeFUNIAK SPRINGS — During November, Northwest Florida State College’s Dental Assisting students have been helping to provide affordable dental care to DeFuniak Springs residents.
“Our students have…

CRESTVIEW — Shelter House has gained $12,514 to help Okaloosa and Walton counties' domestic and sexual violence victims.
More than 500 Jeep enthusiasts attended the 2nd Annual All American Jeep Sho…

CRESTVIEW — A Central American man has a chance to live a healthy life with help from a team of Sacred Heart Health System doctors and a Crestview pediatrician.
Adair Blanco, 21, has experienced co…

CRESTVIEW — November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month, and Covenant Hospice is joining hospices nationwide to raise awareness about care available for people with life-limiting illness. …

CRESTVIEW — People who donate blood at a OneBlood Donor Center from Friday, Nov. 20 through Monday, Nov. 30 will receive:
●A long-sleeve “The Perfect Gift” T-shirt
●A voucher for a free $10 eGift…